Nikita Packard
About Nikita Packard
Nikita Packard is a Sales Development Manager at Placer.ai, where they lead a team of Sales Development Representatives. With a background in business development at impact.com and a degree in Communication and Media Studies from UC Santa Barbara, Packard enjoys facilitating learning moments and exploring new places in their free time.
Current Role at Placer.ai
Nikita Packard serves as the Sales Development Manager at Placer.ai, a position held since 2023. In this role, Nikita coaches a team of Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), focusing on enhancing their skills and performance. The emphasis is on fostering a collaborative environment where team members can experience 'light bulb moments' that lead to immediate application of new skills.
Previous Experience at impact.com
Prior to joining Placer.ai, Nikita Packard held multiple roles at impact.com, contributing to the company's business development efforts. Nikita started as an Intern in 2020, then progressed to a Senior Business Development Representative for Mid-Market, followed by a position as Business Development for Mid-Market. Nikita later advanced to Director of Business Development for SMB, demonstrating a consistent trajectory of growth within the organization.
Educational Background
Nikita Packard completed a Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies at UC Santa Barbara. Additionally, Nikita earned an Associate's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from Santa Barbara City College. Nikita also studied at the University of Washington, further expanding the educational foundation in communication and related fields.
Early Career in Marketing
Before entering the business development field, Nikita gained experience in marketing roles. As a Social Media Marketing Assistant at Social Stardom in 2019, Nikita contributed to social media strategies. This was followed by a position as a Marketing Assistant and Account Manager at Dapper Goat Social Media, where Nikita managed accounts and supported marketing initiatives.
Personal Interests
Outside of professional commitments, Nikita Packard enjoys exploring new recipes for friends and family. Nikita also spends leisure time visiting the beach in Santa Barbara and exploring new towns, cities, and countries, reflecting a passion for travel and culinary experiences.